Taking on the challenge of hosting small swim meets can yield big rewards. This series shares a variety of ideas for successful small meets.
Last updated on February 2nd, 2024 at 11:38 am A swim meet concept that’s quickly gaining popularity is the Virtual Swim Meet. This type of meet allows teams to compete against each other but swim locally. How? Meet administrators combined the results. USA Swimming clubs may compete against teams in their own or a different […]
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Last updated on February 2nd, 2024 at 11:28 am This post offers specific guidance to officials, coaches, and meet directors about hosting swim meets in COVID Times. You’ll find links to more resources at the bottom. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, teams must follow laws, public health guidelines, and governing body restrictions as
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Last updated on February 10th, 2024 at 01:04 pm Think bigger is better? When it comes to swim meets, there’s room for all shapes and sizes! Many benefits come from hosting small swim meets, especially those held during practice time. What does small mean? It’s a relative term referring to the number of swimmers, teams,
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Last updated on July 31st, 2023 at 06:03 pm This small swim meet plan is targeted at young athletes who need parental support. It’s designed to give athletes the chance to compete within a small social group. The total meet size is about 50, including athletes, coaches, officials, and meet support personnel. All attending parents
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Last updated on August 2nd, 2023 at 04:07 pm This small swim meet plan is targeted at teen athletes. It’s designed to give athletes the chance to compete within a small social group. The total meet size is about 50, including athletes, coaches, officials, and meet support personnel. Athletes double as competitors, timers, and runners.
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Last updated on May 19th, 2022 at 12:18 pm Do you work with very young, or new competitive swimmers? You might consider hosting a “prep” or practice meet. This type of swim meet makes a great “first meet” experience for both swimmers and parents. The focus of the meet is to train both in basic
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Last updated on November 11th, 2023 at 04:54 pm Many attend traditional weekend swim meets. However, more and more teams are discovering the value of the 2-hour local, practice-time meet. Athletes benefit from the added meet opportunities they provide. Additionally, a swim meet held during regular practice time is already part of the swimmer’s (and
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Last updated on July 13th, 2022 at 11:23 am Looking for some lists to help you run a simple, no-frills swim meet? Below you’ll find some simplified resources used in connection with non-championship high school swim meets. They are also suitable for “Summer League” and other developmental meets. Perhaps you want to do awards, hospitality,
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